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Setting up your own campsite away from developed fee sites, also known as dispersed camping, is allowed on most of the national forests. From getting away from it all to just enjoying a weekend with friends, dispersed camping can make for a great story. Across the forests, opportunities range from dispersed camping miles into wilderness or just off a forest road in designated dispersed areas. Make sure to bring everything you need when dispersed camping, as water, restrooms, and fire rings may not be available nearby, and always remember to follow Leave No Trace principles.
Use the links below to explore the wide range of dispersed opportunities the forests and grasslands have to offer. For comprehensive information on dispersed camping opportunities, please contact the ranger district office in the area you plan to visit.
So crisp and clear! What a natural treasure to come and see! We had such an Amazing time spending the afternoon here. It had snowed already and the kids loved it! I encourage everyone to come!
Plenty of dispersed campsites to choose from, but this is a popular destination and most of them were filled, even on a weekday in the autumn. I had a cold and quiet night, but I'd prefer a place with a little less traffic. Some of the higher elevation roads are quite narrow and rough...4WD is recommended. (I was camping in the area south of Arlington, WY.)
Beautiful forest, crystal clear water, and epic sunsets and sunrises! Camped near Elk river with some family and friends for labor day weekend. It was quiet and peaceful even though it was a popular weekend we almost had the place to our self's.
So peaceful, so nice. Definitely one of the most relaxing places I've ever camped in. The only downside for me were all the bugs, there were waaay too many, and I have a slight phobia, but I still give it 10/10.
One of my favorite national forests I've experienced so far. I've seen a decent amount of the west at this point, and I would easily say this is one of the most peaceful and serene forest. I'm surprised it's not more popular; 60-70 degree days in July with snowy peaks is an absolute dreamscape to me.
